Todd McLellan has emerged as a top candidate as the new coach for the Seattle Kraken this offseason, joining options Dan Bylsma and Jay Leach as frontrunners for the role, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.
The Kraken parted ways with Dave Hakstol last month after a disappointing season, letting the coaching position available. McLellan, would bring experience, having coached in the Pacific Division throughout his career with the San Jose Sharks, Edmonton Oilers and the Los Angeles Kings.
With a career record of 598-412-134 in 1,144 regular-season games, McLellan has a .581 points percentage. However, playoff success wasn't there for him since his time in San Jose, with just one series win since then.
McLellan's track record of guiding teams through rebuilds, as seen with the Kings, makes him an attractive candidate for the Seattle Kraken. Both other options, Bylsma and Leach, bring their own strengths to the table, which add difficulties to the coaching decision in Seattle.